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Portway Primary School is seeking an exceptional, dedicated and passionate Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to lead our SEND provision and ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher and emerging leader to play a pivotal role in shaping inclusive practice across our school. You will join a committed leadership team focused on high expectations, strong relationships, and outstanding outcomes for all pupils.

Report to: Headteacher/Deputy Headteacher.

Contract Type: Permanent.

Salary: Main pay Scale, TLR 2C and SEN Point.

Location: Portway Primary School, Stratford Road, Plaistow, London, Greater London, E13 0JW.

Closing date: 7th May 2026

Interview date: 15th May 2026

As SENCO, you will take operational leadership of SEND across the school, ensuring high-quality provision, strong compliance with statutory requirements, and effective support for pupils with additional needs.

You will work closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, teaching staff, support staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure that provision is well-coordinated, inclusive, and impactful.

This is a key leadership role at the heart of the school’s commitment to inclusion and pupil success.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher with NPQ for SENCO.
• Has proven experience in SEND leadership and provision.
• Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Can lead EHCP processes confidently and effectively.
• Is an excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with staff, families, and agencies.
• Has a clear commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all learners.
• Is calm, organised, and resilient under pressure.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and ambitious leadership team.
• A strong commitment to professional development.
• The opportunity to shape and develop SEND provision across the school.
• A collaborative and inclusive school culture.
• Motivated pupils who deserve the very best support and provision.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing SEND provision across the school.
• Overseeing EHCP applications and statutory documentation.
• Supporting safeguarding for vulnerable pupils.
• Coordinating medical and health-related support plans.
• Coaching and developing staff to improve inclusive practice.
• Working closely with external agencies and families.
• Driving continuous improvement in SEND outcomes.
• Lead on safeguarding for SEND pupils, ensuring statutory guidance is followed.

Join us

If you are passionate about inclusion and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with additional needs, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Safeguarding Children: Portway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff & visitors to share this commitment. It is the post-holder’s  responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people with whom they have  contact, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection  Policy at all times.  

Equality and Diversity: Portway and Newham Community Learning has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in both its services to the community and in its employment of people, and expects all staff to understand and to promote its policies in their work